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Differentiate between natural and synthetic fibres.
Differentiate between natural and synthetic fibres.
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Natural fibres
Synthetic Fibres
1. These fibres which are obtained from plants and animals. 1. These fibres are made by humans using some chemicals. 2. They are hydrophilic in nature. 2. They are hydrophobic in nature. 3.They do not dry easily. 3. They dry easily. 4. They are suitable for hot and humid weather. 4. They are not suitable for hot and humid weather. 5. Examples of natural fibres are cotton, silk, jute, etc. 5. Examples of synthetic fibres are nylon, rayon, etc.
Natural fibres | Synthetic Fibres |
| 1. These fibres which are obtained from plants and animals. | 1. These fibres are made by humans using some chemicals. |
| 2. They are hydrophilic in nature. | 2. They are hydrophobic in nature. |
| 3.They do not dry easily. | 3. They dry easily. |
| 4. They are suitable for hot and humid weather. | 4. They are not suitable for hot and humid weather. |
| 5. Examples of natural fibres are cotton, silk, jute, etc. | 5. Examples of synthetic fibres are nylon, rayon, etc. |
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